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Two in three Americans credit the past two years with teaching them how important their health really is. That’s according to a poll of 2,000 U.S. adults aged 30 and above, where just as many said weight loss is a “top health goal” for them over the next year. In fact, 71% believe the pandemic has taught them to be more observant of their health. https://leaf.nutrisystem.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Rebuilding-Your-Health-V1.mp4 Since the onset of the pandemic in March 2020, 64% admitted their physical health was affected — half of all respondents said they’ve gained weight in the past two years. Of them, 52% gained between 9 and 20 pounds. Commissioned by  Nutrisystem  and conducted by OnePoll, the study asked respondents how their health habits and goals today compare to a pre-pandemic world. Prior to March 2020, common health concerns included weight loss (33%), weight gain (33%), stress or burnout (31%) and mental health (27%). Now, stress, burnout (33%) and weight gain (3

Non-starchy vegetables are the real heroes of weight loss. They fill you up with fiber, nourish you with essential vitamins and minerals, and don’t weigh you down with excess calories or fats. Eat four or more daily servings of non-starchy varieties—you actually can eat as much of them as you want—and they will give you a powerful boost on your weight loss journey. We know that many people don’t love all kinds of vegetables. However, with so many flavors and textures to choose from, you are sure to find a few you do like. Consider these 10 options that work extra hard to help you reach your ideal weight. Pro Tip: Check out the link below to learn more about non-starchy vegetables!: Grocery Add Ins: What are Non-Starchy Vegetables? Read More 1. Artichokes Why: Artichokes are high in a specific type of fiber called inulin, which enhances the body’s ability to absorb calcium, a mineral that helps stoke your metabolism, according to a report in the British Journal of Nutritio

Halloween doesn’t have to be all about candy. In fact, if you’re trying to slim down, it shouldn’t be about candy at all. This year, let it be about family fun. Here are eight healthy Halloween ideas to boost the holiday fun factor, most of which have zero calories! 1. Up your jack-o’-lantern game. While triangle eyes and nose and fanged grin are the classic pumpkin carving go-to, keep your hands a little busier this year (and less likely to dip into the candy) with something a little more, well, spooktacular. Head to the internet to get some fun pumpkin carving Halloween ideas. Buy or download free pumpkin stencils that will make your jack-o’-lanterns the talk of the neighborhood. You’ll be surprised how easy it is to create a spooky zombie face, a witch on a broomstick, a hooting owl or a Day of the Dead Mexican skull, even if you have zero artistic talent. Invest in a pumpkin carving kit that contains tools to make it easier. It’s so satisfying and fun, you may not stop! 2. Ma

What if we told you that you could take a comfort food classic like a ground beef dinner and use it to reach your weight loss and fitness goals? At Nutrisystem, making healthier versions of your favorite foods is something we’re passionate about. Whether we’re delivering perfectly portioned meals to your door or crafting healthy ground beef recipes that fit into your plan, we’re out here proving that you don’t need to give up delicious food to lose weight! Lean Protein: It’s What’s For Dinner—And Will Keep You On Track Protein is an important part of your journey to better health. Our bodies use protein to make bones, muscles, hair and skin. Protein is also vital if you’re trying to lose weight because it helps us to stay full longer . It’s more thermogenic than carbohydrates and fats (meaning it requires more energy for digesting and absorbing). This means that you’ll burn more calories eating a high-protein food compared to something higher in carbs and fat. The Nutrisystem weigh

Cooler weather and outdoor activities are part of what make fall fantastic. But this can also be a great opportunity to up the ante on your calorie burning potential. Getting outside and moving more automatically puts you at a major advantage to sitting indoors in front of a computer or TV. After all, being sedentary is one of the biggest downfalls to healthy living. But when you add in some fun fall activities to help keep you on your feet and moving around, you can really make a difference in your health. Don’t let those beautiful and crisp fall days slip away without spending some time outside! We’ve rounded up some of the fall activities that are not only fun to do but can help you get fit in the process. Here are five fun fall activities to help you get fit this autumn season: 1. Go Pumpkin Picking Nothing is more quintessentially “fall” than visiting a pumpkin patch and picking out that perfect pumpkin. But this fun activity can also burn calories. Squatting to pick the pum

You won’t find the herb ashwagandha in the produce aisle—you don’t cook with it—but you might find extracts of it in your drugstore supplement section. If you’re struggling with stress—and stress eating—it might be a good idea to look for it. Studies of this herb, used in the traditional Indian medical system called Ayurveda, have found that it reduces the physical and mental symptoms of stress, including food cravings and emotional eating. In a survey by the American Psychological Association, 38 percent of Americans say they’ve overeaten or eating unhealthy foods because of stress, most because they say—no surprise—eating distracts them from their stress. What is Ashwagandha and What is it Good For? Ashwagandha (pronounced aash-wuh-gaan-duh) comes from a small shrub, Withania somnifera , grown in Africa, Asia and southern Europe. Scientists have discovered more than 80 typical phytochemicals in the plant that well, basically seem to do everything . In fact, it’s an herb kno